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Crawford transferred to Central Michigan from Oregon State as a graduate student in the summer of 2018, following Cory Hall, who was the Beavers' interim head coach following Gary Anderson's unexpected mid-season departure. The Chippewas were happy to have him, especially after he garnered first-team All-Mid-American Conference honors as an 11-game starter, making 24 tackles (three for loss), intercepting one pass, and leading the team with 12 pass breakups. Crawford had a strong career at OSU before back problems sidelined him for the final seven games of the 2017 season. He had 17 tackles and two pass breakups in five starts that year. In 2016, he was an honorable mention All-Pac-12 and USA Today Freshman All-American selection after starting all 12 games, making 70 tackles, intercepting one pass and tying for the team lead with 10 pass breakups. Crawford actually grayshirted in 2015, signing with Oregon State in September 2014 and enrolling at the school in January 2015. He was the league MVP as a senior at Clayton Valley High School in California, also participating in track as a sprinter.

By Lance Zierlein

NFL Analyst

Draft Projection

Rounds 5-6

NFL Comparison

Greg Stroman

Overview

Long, thin press corner with the agility, foot quickness and balance to allow for stickier coverage. Crawford's average speed and slim frame could make him a target downfield. His ability to hound routes underneath is impressive, but he doesn't have the size or demeanor for frequent run support. Crawford's athleticism and ability to stay connected to routes gives him a shot as a backup cornerback either outside or from the slot.

Strengths

Patience from press

Can shadow release or pedal out

Waits out release declaration and opens on time

Smooth to turn and run

Route magnet with agile feet and swivel hips

Able to withstand sharp, complex routes

Usually in position to challenge the catch

Allowed under 40 percent completion rate this year

Sticky feet able to collect and squeeze the comebacks and shallow crossers

Shows pace in cover-3 bail to retain proper spacing near receiver

Not fast, but has a makeup gear

Weaknesses

Slightly built frame

Plays strength to challenge NFL size in question

Missed seven games in 2017 due to back injury while at Oregon St

Good ball skills short, but average when deep

Average long speed

Slow to turn head and find the football
Can be stacked and shunned by big boys targets